Hiking along the south bank of the Donausteig
4040 Linz
Hardly any other region is as varied as the Danube region in Upper Austria. From the wooded riverbanks in the Upper Danube Valley to the fertile plains of the Eferding Basin and Machland to the rugged rock formations in the once feared Strudengau.
The breathtaking natural landscape must be conquered step by step, with incredible panoramic views of the river from above.
Recommended season:
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November
- December
450 kilometers Donausteig
The Donausteig leads along both banks of the river from Passau via Linz to Grein through varied natural and cultural landscapes. Hikers encounter wondrous legendary figures, impressive landscapes and unique cultural treasures along the way. It's obvious - the Donausteig is simply legendary!
Divided into 2 routes
The Donausteig leads from Passau via Linz to Grein via the north and south route. To give a better overview of the Donausteig, it has been divided into 23 stages.
49 Donausteig-Runden
Branching off from the main route, numerous paths lead into the Danube hinterland, allowing you to experience the region even more intensively. The 49 Donausteig loops are perfect for day trips, as the circular tours always return to the starting point.
Optimal integration of train, bus and boat
Excursion hikers can thus make the arrival and return to the starting point.
The Donausteig is ideal for:
- Long-distance hikers/stage hikers
- Excursion hikers
- families
- Pleasure hikers
Hiking in the realm of legends & art on the Donausteig:
120 Danube legends, retold by Helmut Wittmann and illustrated by Jakob Kirchmayr, are displayed on the overview boards. Metal sculptures by the artist Miguel Horn can be admired at special places in the open-air gallery along the Donausteig.
Donausteig innkeepers
Many hotels, guesthouses and inns in the Bavarian-Upper Austrian Danube region are "Donausteig hosts". As specialists in hiking vacations along the Danube Trail, they are subject to fixed quality criteria.
Target group-oriented package deals
The bookable package deals are aimed at different types of hiking holidaymakers and are divided into different categories so that every guest can find a package tailored to their needs as quickly as possible.
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Journeys of discovery with an enjoyable stopover! This tour leads directly past the following culinary partner:
Safety guidelines:
On some stages we come across unsecured terrain. Good footwear is therefore advisable.Equipment:
There are no special requirements in addition to personal hiking equipment.Additional information:
WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH
Lindengasse 9
4040 Linz, Austria
Tel. +43(0)732/7277-800
Fax. +43(0)732/7277-804
info@donausteig.com
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Getting there
Passau's main railway station is located on the headland of the town's peak approx. 350 m west of the Schanzbrücke bridge (navigation: D-94032 Passau, Hauptbahnhof).
Public Transit
Passau can be easily reached by train and bus. Information about travel times can be found at www.vlp-passau.de.
A return transfer from Grein to Passau main station is easily possible by train. It is only a short walk from the Donaulände Grein to the train station. You can find information about travel times at www.ooevv.at .
Parking
Most of the city center of Passau is a short-term parking zone. There are numerous paid parking garages and parking lots available for long-term parking. Information about their locations and prices can be found here.
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
- Early winter
- Deep winter
Please get in touch for more information.
Lindengasse 9
4040 Linz
Phone +43 732 7277 - 800
Fax machine +43 732 7277 - 804
E-Mail info@donauregion.at
Web www.donauregion.at
Altitude profile - Hiking along the south bank of the Donausteig
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